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Tuesday, 05 June 2007 10:06 |
Intel has added some entry level Desktop Boards to their roadmap where we saw DG31PR (Pearl Creek) board based on G31 chipset in Q3, D945GCNL (Newberry Lake) and D945GCPE (Plum Creek) boards based on 945GC chipset this quarter.
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Last Updated ( Tuesday, 05 June 2007 10:07 )
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Tuesday, 05 June 2007 10:06 |
ASUS has released the new EAH 2900XT/G/HTVDI/512M a cutting-edge graphics card that features the latest generation AMD HD2900XT GPU. The new ATI Radeon HD 2900 GPU is designed to unleash the gaming power of DirectX 10; and excellent audio/video experience through HDMI support enabled by Avivo HD technology providing gamers with an unparalleled gaming experience. The release of the ASUS EAH2900XT will come bundled with 4 explosive game titles which include the highly anticipated first person shooter game S.T.A.L.K.E.R: Shadows of Chernobyl, and Valve's The Black Box game bundle suite ñ consisting of 3 first rate games: Half Life 2: Episode Two, Team Fortress 2 and Portal.
Exclusive Only to ASUS EAH2900XT: Special 4 Game Bundle
S.T.A.L.K.E.R: Shadows of Chernobyl from THQ
One of the major selling points of the ASUS EAH2900XT is that it will be bundled with THQ and GSC Game World's critically-acclaimed survival horror First-Person Shooter (FPS) game S.T.A.L.K.E.R: Shadows of Chernobyl. S.T.A.L.K.E.R: Shadows of Chernobyl is a very visually engaging open-ended FPS, so the graphical portions of the game are very detailed and requires a graphics card with powerful performance and high quality to bring out the best portions of the game, said Ian Curran, Senior Vice President of international publishing, THQ. ASUS EAH2900XT is certainly up to the task, and THQ is pleased to bundle S.T.A.L.K.E.R: Shadows of Chernobyl with ASUS's high-end performance graphics card.î
The Black Box from Valve
Additionally, Valve offers a voucher coupon that allows users free copies of 3 upcoming titles from Valveís ìThe Black Boxî game bundle. This offer includes Half Life 2: Episode Two, Team Fortress 2 and Portal, and the games will be available via downloads through Steam ñ Valve's online platform for PC games, when they become available later in 2007. In the meantime, users will be able to enjoy a free copy of Valveís Day of Defeat.
Full DirectX 10 and Windows Vista Compatibility
The ASUS EAH2900XT comes equipped with AMD's latest ATI Radeonô HD 2900XT GPU which delivers powerful graphics performance, improved stability and an immersive HD gaming experience for Windows Vista. The latest ATI Catalyst software is designed for quick setup of graphics, video and multiple displays; and automatically configures optimal system settings for lifelike DirectX 10 gaming and visually stunning Windows Aeroô user interfaces.
Exclusive ASUS Features for Versatile Graphics Experience
The new ASUS EAH2900XT series also incorporates Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, an exclusive feature found only on ASUS solutions. With Splendidô, images enabled by ASUS graphics cards are fine-tuned to deliver vibrant visual representations in conditions most favorable to the human eye. Splendid also works on top of AMD's Avivo HD technology to offer sharp decoded videos.
Besides being bundled together with the latest games, the ASUS EAH2900XT also includes the exclusive ASUS Gamer OSD. This feature is able to deliver on-the-spot overclocking and chat options during gameplay ñ allowing users real-time performance upgrades when they require it. |
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Tuesday, 05 June 2007 10:04 |
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., the world leader in advanced memory technology, announced today that 21 of its DDR3 solutions have been validated on Intel Corporation's reference platform to work with Intel's next generation DDR3 (Double Data Rate – Version 3) chipsets. This is the largest number of DDR3-based solutions to have passed the validation program.
Samsung's Intel-validated solutions include 13 modules and eight monolithic devices in combinations of 512Megabit (Mb)/1Gigabit (Gb) densities with speeds of 800 or 1066Mb/ps.
“Samsung's DDR3 memory technology is the next step in the evolution of DDR SDRAM memory technology,” said Pete MacWilliams, Senior Fellow, Intel Corporation. “This technology will also provide the bandwidth headroom necessary to support Intel's platform roadmap of the future.”
Samsung has worked very closely with Intel to develop the most advanced and comprehensive set of DDR3 memory solutions as early as possible in preparation for the next generation of Intel chipsets.
“The successful system performance of Samsung's DDR3 memory chips and modules on Intel's desktop platform is a clear sign that DDR3 is well on its way to becoming a key technology for desktops in 2007,” said Kevin Lee, Vice President, Memory Marketing, Samsung Semiconductor, Inc.
Samsung Electronics will exhibit at Microsoft's WinHEC 2007 Conference on May 14-15 a high-performance desktop PC installed with 8GBs of memory, consisting of four 1333Mbps 2GB DDR3 memory modules. This 1333 Mbps 8GB configuration is currently the fastest speed and largest density for a DDR3 chip, making it the optimal memory solution for PCs with advanced gaming features.
DDR3 memory will provide at least twice the bandwidth of today's primary memory – DDR2 – with data transfer rates now up to 1.6Gb/s. This will enable much improved 3D graphics, which will directly benefit users of the new Vista operating system. DDR3 also improves the efficiency of multi-threading operations, which will enhance the performance of multi-core systems. DDR3 not only allows for higher system performance, but it also uses only 1.5V of power compared to the 1.8V of DDR2, thereby extending battery life in notebooks. To further optimize system thermal management, DDR3 modules can utilize a thermal sensor on the dual in-line memory module (DIMM).
With its new DDR components and modules, Samsung continues to lead the industry with cutting-edge DRAM technology after being the first to introduce DDR in 1997, DDR2 in 2001, and DDR3 in 2005.
To meet market demand in desktop PCs, Samsung plans to begin full-scale mass production of its DDR3 chips later this quarter. |
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Tuesday, 05 June 2007 10:02 |
OCZ Technology Group, Inc.a worldwide leader in innovative, ultra-high performance and high reliability memory, today announced the OCZ PC2-8500 AMD CrossFire™ Reaper HPC Edition. As some of the highest performing modules on the market, the PC2-8500 CrossFire features the exclusive OCZ CrossFire edition Reaper HPC heatsink for advanced component cooling.
Tested and qualified under AMD’s renowned certification program, the PC2-8500 CrossFire series not only meets a high standard of quality, but guarantees superior compatibly with CrossFire technology. Combined with AMD’s esteemed CrossFire technology, the OCZ PC2-8500 certified series unleashes the performance potential of the entire platform.
AMD enthusiasts and system builders will love the customized look of the new Reaper kits; these modules are cooled with an exclusive AMD special Reaper HPC (Heat Pipe Conduit) heatspreader displaying AMD’s “CrossFire Certified” emblem. These unique DDR2-1066 modules feature the Reaper HPC (Heat Pipe Conduit) heatspreader which is engineered to deliver superior silent heat dissipation over traditional heatspreaders. The Reaper HPC is an innovative cooling solution developed by OCZ to effectively minimize heat produced by high-speed memory. As heat rises into the thermo-conductive copper heat pipe conduit, it is dissipated through a compact aluminum fin array. By strategically guiding performance-robbing heat away from key memory components, the unique Reaper HPC design maximizes passive cooling to improve longevity and stability of the modules.
The first certified Reaper HPC memory product available will be 2GB (2x1024MB) dual channel kits optimized for the latest CrossFire platforms. Rated to run with 5-5-5 timings, these modules offer gamers an additional performance edge over conventional DDR2-1066 memory. The CrossFire Certified Reaper 2GB kit is the supreme solution for gamers seeking the advantages of increased reliability and bandwidth management from their memory. Each OCZ PC2-8500 CrossFire Reaper module is backed by an industry leading OCZ Lifetime Warranty and technical support for unparalleled peace of mind. |
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Tuesday, 05 June 2007 10:00 |
The next generation graphics card that gaming fanatics and senior editors have all been waiting for this year – the HD2900XT series – is here. Today, market leader GECUBE announced this bright new series-- HD2000 family. In the HD2000 series, the HD2900XT uses the most advanced PCI-Express -- the ATI Radeon R600XT chipset. It has all the features a user may need such as built-in HDMI support, 5.1 surround sound, DX10 support, GDDR3 512MB and VIVO (Video-In Video-Out) while delivering outstanding performance in 3D Mark06. To let gamers experience the difference between DX10 games and DX9, “The Black Box” gaming bundle contains three DX10 games: Half-Life 2®, Team Fortress 2® and Portal™. This great deal offer will give you the chance to experience real world performance beyond your wildest dreams. GECUBE is also offering the HD2600 and HD2400 series for intermediate users. With GECUBE’s exclusive designs these are sure to satisfy the needs of different users.
The HD2900XT is the GECUBE premium graphics card product based on ATI’s new generation 2000 series. The ATI Radeon HD2900XT delivers The Ultimate Visual experienceTM through best-in-class immersive high-definition multimedia playback. It supports the latest HD VIDEO graphics card technology and image processing techniques using a Radeon R600XT ASIC. Not only matched with GDDR3 512MB high speed memory but also built the 512-bit memory bandwidth. The HD2900XT offers native CrossFire technology, opening the door for a wide variety of multi-GPU configurations and eliminating the need for any master cards. Two premium HD2900XT cards will surely deliver performance to rival that of a Ferrari. This HD2900XT edition comes with built-in support for HDMI and 5.1 surround sound. The Dual-Link DVI is also completely compatible with HDCP, HD-DVD and Blu-Ray for resolutions of 1080p. The core and memory timings are also an impressive 740MHz/1.65GHz, allowing the card to offer the latest 24X anti-aliasing and high speed 128-bit HDR (High Dynamic Range). The latest architecture is designed with 320 Unified Stream Processors and Physics processing support, allowing the card to easily out-perform other cards in its class in 3D Mark06 benchmark tests in the market. The performance of this high performance card is something that gamers will truly appreciate.
The HD2600 series exclusive from GECUBE uses the ATI Radeon RV630XT chipset equipped with GDDR4 512MB high speed memory and the X-Turbo2 silent fan technology. Through the industry-leading R&D capability of GECUBE, these deliver unbelievable results. The HD2400 series released to the market at the same time uses the ATI Radeon RV610 chipset equipped with DDR2 256MB memory. It also has built-in HDMI to deliver crispy high definition video. The GECUBE Radeon HD2600 and HD2400 series all support the latest UVD (Universal Video Decoder) video processing technology. This means 1080p/1080i (HD2600), Blu-Ray and HD-DVD are all supported, not only making the resulting images more detailed and realistic but also ensuring that your computer stays cool and quiet during the decoding process.
All HD2000 series products currently support the latest DirectX10 (DX10) technology. The Geometry Shader has been added to the DX10 standard, enhancing 3D functions like distance bump mapping. Graphical data can also be processed in separate cycles to give a major boost to the number of particles, colors and brightness. The included Shader Model 4.0 image optimization technology guarantees that what you see from the Radeon 2000 series will have game screens and lines that you could swear were real. This new generation VGA family will definitely show you the perfect visual experience.
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Tuesday, 05 June 2007 09:59 |
Building on the success of its TOXIC range of water cooled graphics solutions, SAPPHIRE Technology is set to launch its fastest graphics product yet – the exciting new SAPPHIRE HD 2900 XT TOXIC! The SAPPHIRE HD2900 XT TOXIC features the latest unified shader architecture with 320 shaders, and the world’s first 512-bit memory bus delivering over 475 GigaFLOPS performance and 106 GB/sec memory bandwidth. Developed to natively support the latest applications using Microsoft DX 10 and Shader model 4.0, for a whole new generation of performance, this series brings new meaning to the Windows Vista Premium Experience.
The SAPPHIRE HD 2900 XT series also incorporates the latest ATI Avivo HD Technology for enhanced Video display as well as hardware accelerated decoding of Blu-ray™ and HD DVD content. Two dual link DVI outputs are provided and the system is CrossFire™ Multi-GPU Ready. HDMI users are supported with another new feature that multi-channel 5.1 Audio is integrated on board with the graphics output to provide true audio and video output via an HDMI adapter for direct connection of an HDMI ready TV.
Offering enthusiasts a simplified path to a faster, quieter system, the new SAPPHIRE HD2900 XT TOXIC features a drive-bay mounted water cooling system with integrated reservoir, pump and radiator system, efficient enough to cool not just the graphics card, but optionally a CrossFire pair of SAPPHIRE HD 2900 XT cards, the system CPU or other components. In the TOXIC edition, the standard SAPPHIRE HD 2900 XT Engine clocks of 750 MHz can be enhanced by over 15% and Memory speeds increased significantly above the standard 1650 MHz.
SAPPHIRE is already shipping standard editions of its HD2900 XT – and is expected to announce other family members in the coming weeks.
Specifications:
Product
SAPPHIRE HD 2900 XT
Chipset
ATI Radeon HD 2900
Engine Clock
750 MHz
Memory Speed
1650 MHz
Memory Configuration
512 MB GDDR3
Display Connectors
DVI-I + DVI-I + VIVO, HDMI adaptor
Dual Link DVI
Yes, 2x
HDCP
Yes
Interface
PCI Express
Integrated Audio
Multi-Channel Audio (5.1 Surround) via HDMI Support
Software Features
ATI AvivoTM HD
Sapphire Software Bundle (Full Retail Version Only)
- Power DVD (for Window XP)
- Power Director (for Window XP)
- Half Life II Episode 2, Portal, Team Fortress 2 Games Voucher
Windows Vista ™
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Tuesday, 05 June 2007 09:58 |
GIGABYTE UNITED INC., a leading manufacturer of motherboards and graphics cards, today launched their new graphics accelerator, the GV-RX29T512VH-B. Equipped with ATIís latest Radeon HD 2900 XT graphics processor, the GIGABYTE GV-RX29T512VH-B features 512 MB / 512-bit GDDR3 memory and 320 independent stream processors to deliver the power of DirectXÆ 10 with awesome performance, stunning visual effects and more dynamic interactivity than ever before. With easy CrossFireô scalability, built-in HDMI and 5.1 surround audio, completely immerse yourself in a total HD gaming experience.
The GIGABYTE GV-RX29T512VH-RH comes equipped with the worldís latest DirectXÆ 10 GPU, which extends the scope of a GPU beyond traditional graphics to support Shader Model 4.0 for next-generation, 3D gaming effects. Through DirectXÆ 10, the GIGABYTE GV-RX29T512VH-B is able to deliver ultimate realism and performance at all resolutions in high dynamic range from a 2nd generation unified shader engine. Additionally, comprehensive DirectXÆ 10 support allows you to take full advantage of all the features WindowsÆ Vistaô has to offer including amazing visual effects and enhanced interactive game processing, including physics game computing enhancement, massive geometry performance, and full-speed HDR acceleration.
Integrated with CrossFireô technology to enhance graphics processing, the GIGABYTE GV-RX29T512VH-B features high bandwidth dual-link GPU interconnection, and supports display resolutions up to 2560x2048 @ 60Hz. Additionally, built-in HDMI audio and video enables a one-plug big-screen HD gaming experience featuring Avivoô HD technology. With Avivoô HD technology, the GV-RX29T512VH-B is able to support integrated high definition audio, enabling playback of multi-channel (5.1) audio streams and when combined with the integrated HDCP copy protection for Blu-ray and HD DVD content, enables a one cable HDMI connectivity solution for high definition home theaters. Wanting gamers to experience the full power of the GV-RX29T512VH-B, GIGABYTE also includes the ìBlack Boxî game bundle from Valve Corporation, including Half-Life 2: Episode Two, Team Fortress 2 and Portal. |
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Tuesday, 05 June 2007 09:56 |
TUL Corporation – the leading manufacturer of ATI graphics cards today announces the high-end next-generation graphics card, PowerColor HD 2900 XT also known as R600. This 700 million-transistor monster clocks in at 740MHz with 512MB GDDR3 memory at 1650MHz. It is built with 320 unified stream processors and the world’s first 512-bit memory interface to take on the demands of DirectX 10 games. The HD 2900 XT even comes with built-in HDMI
for single HD display and audio connectivity. The Black Box gaming bundle from Valve Corporation is also included with this US$399 package.
“HD 2900 XT not only offers superb experience in DirectX 10 gaming, but inclusion of built-in HDMI and the Valve bundle makes this an incredible offer!”
says Ted Chen, CEO of TUL Corporation.
DirectX 10
Comprehensive DirectX 10 support exploits Windows Vista to the fullest to deliver stunning realism, amazing effects and enhanced interactive game processing.
Built-In HDMI with 5.1 Surround Sound
The ATI Radeon HD 2900 XT has a built in HDMI with HD audio support for single HDTV connectivity. This unique feature is enabled with an intelligent DVI to HDMI adapter; no internal SPDIF or other audio cabling is required.
The Black Box
A coupon for a trio of games from Valve Corporation which includes: Half-Life 2®: Episode Two, Team Fortress® 2, and Portal™ will be included in the retail box FREE OF CHARGE. |
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Tuesday, 05 June 2007 09:55 |
The N4100+ is powered by a 600MHz Intel® 80219 CPU and 128MB of DDR memory for exceptional data-processing capabilities. Its four hard drive bays accommodate four 3.5” SATA hard disks for up to 4TB of storage. RAID modes including RAID 0, 1, 5, and JBOD allows N4100+ users to select the level of data protection they want while optimizing performance. RAID management features such as auto rebuild, hot swap, and hot spare ensure minimal downtime, while two Gigabit Ethernet ports ensure that users can get at their data quickly.
Small-to-medium businesses will love the N4100+. In addition to its RAID capabilities, the N4100+ also allows users to remotely access their files via FTP or its web-based interface. Multiple OS support makes it easy to integrate the N4100+ into virtually any network, and a 30% power savings mean a lower total cost of ownership when compared to a full PC. To ensure proper data backup, the N4100+ comes not only with the Thecus Backup Utility, but also Nsync, an application that enables users to have the N4100 automatically upload files to an external storage device at a designated time. Designed for SMBs to enhance data security, Nsync takes the guesswork out of data backup.
Users at home will also find the N4100+ extremely handy. The N4100+ comes with Mediabolic Media Server, which will allow N4100+ work with DLNA Certified media players. Its built-in iTunes® Server allows users to stream their entire music libraries throughout their homes, while the Download Manager enables BT, HTTP, and FTP downloading during off-peak hours – all without a PC! The Print Server shares a single printer with every PC on the network, and third-party module support lets users extend the functionality of their N4100+ even further.
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Tuesday, 05 June 2007 09:52 |
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 NVIDIA has introduced a breakthrough NVIDIA Quadro professional GPU architecture for mobile notebook computers that enables entirely new graphics and visual computing capabilities for professionals who require uncompromised mobility. The new line of mobile graphics solutions, which includes NVIDIA Quadro FX 1600M, Quadro FX 570M and Quadro FX 360M, is designed to solve complex professional visual computing challenges in a mobile form factor.
Designers, engineers and artists working with large datasets, models and images in markets such as computer-aided design (CAD), digital content creation (DCC), imaging, and the sciences, can now extend the power and capabilities of their desktop workstations with mobile solutions that feature the latest Quadro professional graphics architecture. These new mobile, visual-computing platforms deliver a uniform feature set, including Shader Model 4.0 and GPU computing for visualisation, found in the recently announced NVIDIA Quadro FX 5600 and Quadro FX 4600 desktop workstation solutions.
“Industry-leading NVIDIA Quadro solutions continue to be adopted across a variety of workstation configurations, providing customers the power, flexibility, and features they need to get the job done,” said Jeff Brown, general manager, Professional Solutions Group at NVIDIA. “Companies, such as HP and Fujitsu, with proven track records in delivering high-performance mobile and desktop workstations, continue to redefine performance for customers by offering the latest NVIDIA Quadro solutions for professional graphics.”
The new Quadro FX mobile solutions feature:
* New Unified Architecture — An industry-first unified architecture that is capable of dynamically allocating compute, geometry, shading, and pixel processing power for optimised GPU performance
* Next-Generation Vertex and Pixel Programmability — Shader Model 4.0 enables a higher level of performance and ultra-realistic effects for OpenGL and DirectX 10 professional applications
* GPU Computing for Visualization and NVIDIA CUDA™ technology — Developers can tap into the high-performance computing power of Quadro to develop, prototype and solve complex visualisation problems
* PowerMizer® 7.0 Technology — Seventh-generation, hardware power management technology from NVIDIA that intelligently adapts to the user’s needs for longer battery life and improved performance by reducing notebook power consumption and heat generation for the graphics subsystem
Engineered to deliver high performance and visualization of extensive datasets with extremely high image quality in an ISV-certified mobile platform, the Quadro FX 1600M, available with up to 512MB G-DDR3 memory, and the Quadro FX 570M, offering up to 256MB G-DDR3 memory, feature a 128-bit memory interface, support for OpenGL 2.1 and DirectX 10, and adaptive power management tools. The Quadro FX 360M, designed for thin and light, entry-level mobile workstations, offers similar features as its bigger brothers, with up to 256MB G-DDR3 memory and a 64-bit memory interface.
“Professionals buying the HP Compaq 8710w Mobile Workstation, our most powerful mobile workstation to date, can now take advantage of the new NVIDIA Quadro unified architecture and GPU computing capabilities,” said Carol Hess-Nickels, director, worldwide business notebook marketing, Personal Systems Group, HP. “With these new Quadro product offerings, our power-user customers can enjoy workstation-caliber processing and graphics performance wherever their work takes them.”
“Fujitsu Siemens Computers is setting a new benchmark with its new CELSIUS H250 mobile workstation based on the NVIDIA Quadro FX 570M graphics,” said Andreas Thimmel, vice president Business Clients, Fujitsu Siemens Computers. “Extra slim and light, it combines optimum performance and leading-edge workstation graphics with extra-low noise level.”
NVIDIA Quadro FX mobile boards are widely available through leading OEMs such as HP, Fujitsu Japan, and FSC as well as leading mobile workstation system integrators. For more information about the entire series of NVIDIA professional Quadro solutions, please visit sg.nvidia.com/quadro.
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